Colonel JC Broome Memorial Scholarship
Today’s young people who participate in JROTC will be the future military leaders of tomorrow, inspiring others to serve.
JROTC participants exhibit dedication, hard work, bravery, and an immense potential for making an impact through their future careers. JROTC participants who are military-focused will be prepared to join later in life. These students are critical to the future success of the U.S. armed forces and will be essential to the safety of the world.
This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Colonel JC Broome by supporting students who share his commitment to serving.
Any high school senior in Mississippi who is in JROTC may apply for this scholarship opportunity. However, applicants going to Mississippi State University and/or those going into the military are preferred.
To apply, provide your response to the questions posed in the essay prompt.
Provide your response to the questions below:
What is something important you’d like us to know about your background?
What activities (including volunteer work) are you involved in?
What are your biggest accomplishments?
Tell us about a mistake you’ve made in the past.
What is your dream job?
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The application deadline is May 2, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 3, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 3, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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